Best Melissa Woodward Podcasts (2024)

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Shattering the Illusion of Control: A Masterclass in Conscious Creation with TJ Woodward • 373 1:03:51

5m ago1:03:51

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We will learn: How to spot and break out of subconscious loops that keep you stuck Practical ways to start consciously creating a life that’s actually yours Tools for creating real, lasting change in every part of your life One day, you’re wild, free, spontaneous—living each moment like anything could happen next. And then, before you know it, you …

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#54 - Treza Gallogly - Living With Death in a Secular World 56:17

23h ago56:17

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Nothing is certain but death and taxes. Death is coming for all of us, but why are we so afraid of talking about it? As a doctor, most of my job has been about saving people. Saving people from harm to their body or mind and alleviating suffering. But what if some of our choices are causing more suffering? What if by sterilising and ignoring the pr…

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Rising Above Darkness: Suicide Prevention and Building Resilient Minds with Niyc Pidgeon • 372 1:10:17

1d ago1:10:17

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We will learn: How positive psychology techniques can be applied to prevent suicide and improve overall mental health. Practical strategies, including Niyc's "333 system," that you can start using today to build resilience and cope with life's challenges. The importance of creating meaningful connections and how small daily actions can make a signi…

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The Heart-Uterus Connection: The Emotional and Physical Links in Fertility with Michelle Oravitz • 371 1:04:05

8d ago1:04:05

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We will learn: How the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine views the connection between the heart and uterus, and why this matters for your fertility journey. The power of conscious creation and how your thoughts and visualizations can influence your reproductive health. Practical techniques to reduce stress and promote the free flow of …

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The Hidden Power of Heart Coherence for Better Relationships, Mental Clarity, and Intuition with Kimberly Snyder • 370 53:29

16d ago53:29

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We will learn: How to tap into the unparalleled intelligence of your heart to access higher intuition and make better daily decisions How to align the brains in your heart, head and gut to create more health and success in your life Proven practices to shift from overthinking and resistance into flow, clarity and harmony in your daily life They say…

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#53 - Shamubeel Eaqub - Health Investment: Pay Now or Pay Later? 1:11:51

23d ago1:11:51

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One of the biggest challenges facing us in the 21st century is significant demographic change. We have an ageing population with people living much longer and with fewer children being born. This is resulting in a growing use of immigration to provide the economic activity to fund core public services like health, education and justice. Meanwhile g…

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Miscarriage, Disaster, and Family Crisis: How 15 Years of Healing Helped Me Move the Hardest Month of My Life with Melissa Monte • 369 57:00

22d ago57:00

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How has everyone been doing? because I have been going through it. September was the most challenging month of my responsible-adult-chapter of my life. It tested every ounce of my resilience and every spiritual tool I've ever preached about. It was the kind of month that makes you question if the universe has a personal vendetta against you. Grief,…

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Unlocking Higher States of Consciousness through Transcendental Meditation with Dr. Tony Nader • 368 1:08:55

29d ago1:08:55

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We will learn: How consciousness, not your brain, is the primary creator of your reality. The secret to meditation's deep rest and wakeful alertness. How transcendental meditation can transform your brain functions, improve your physiological age, and even alter your DNA. Do you ever catch yourself thinking, "Damn, why does my brain keep screwing m…

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#52 - Dr Mike Murphy - Psychedelics, Consciousness and Wisdom (PART 2) 51:12

1M ago51:12

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This is part two of a two part series with Dr. Mike Murphy. On episode one, we took a deep dive into the relationship between the healthcare system and the pharmaceutical industry. We examined the incentives for a for-profit system that does not necessarily value overall patient health outcomes in the wider social context. Check out episode one if …

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Unplugging and Redefining Focus for a More Intentional Life with Hannah Brencher • 367 1:04:36

1M ago1:04:36

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We will learn: The hidden impacts of constant online exposure. Simple, yet powerful ways to reclaim your focus and purpose. How to change how you connect to others. Do you feel in control of your phone use? Or does it sometimes feel like it’s in control of you? Have you ever wondered how much of your daily stress and anxiety is linked to your phone…

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#51 - Dr Mike Murphy - A Pill For Every Ill (PART 1) 52:06

2M ago52:06

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As doctors, we rely on the pharmaceutical industry to produce medications, from everyday paracetamol to advanced targeted cancer therapies. The industry faces constant pressure to innovate and create profit for shareholders, while governments face pressure to approve and fund these medicines from patients and clinicians. What we are seeing is a ris…

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Beat Burnout Through Body Language and Sacred Exchanges With Neha Sangwan • 366 1:13:50

2M ago1:13:50

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We will learn: The 3 sinister phases of burnout and learn how to recognize the alarm bells before it's too late. How a simple object can tune you into the hidden messages your body is sending. A powerful blueprint for reclaiming your energy and purpose. Do you ever feel like you're drowning in your own life? Like no matter how hard you try to keep …

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How Childhood Wounds Create Today’s Triggers with Glenn Cohen • 365 1:05:28

2M ago1:05:28

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We will learn: How early emotional experiences secretly shape your neurological coding and influence your life's core beliefs. How your body stores untapped wisdom and intuition, and how to use them to break free from autopilot reactions. A life-changing method to create a gap between stimulus and response. Do you ever catch yourself reacting to a …

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#50 - Dr Ganesh Nana - The Fragile Bonds of Society: A Broken Social Contract 1:00:26

2M ago1:00:26

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Modern day living values universal individual freedom and rights. This has helped open the doors to many great things like individual reproductive choices, same sex marriage and a focus on tackling discrimination against immutable characteristics. But what are the trade-offs? I have this growing feeling that we no longer have communities, at least …

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The Massive Power of Small Shifts for Creating a Brilliant Life with Andy Cope • 364 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

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We will learn: The habits that could be causing you to be your own worst enemy and how to fix them. Why teeny-tiny nudges can steer your life back on course in monumental ways. What’s different about the mysterious 2% super achievers that just flow with life. Ever feel like you're almost running on a hamster wheel, chasing happiness but never quite…

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The Energy Trick for Burnout Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know with Sam Skelly • 363 1:08:29

2M ago1:08:29

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We will learn: How to turn a crisis into a divine breakthrough Why energetic alignment is more crucial than time management and how to find it A simple free tool to manage stress and anxiety Ever feel like life's just one giant shit-show after another? Like you're juggling chainsaws and waiting for one to slice you open? Here’s the thing, though, t…

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#49 - Dr Heidi Baker - Empathy in the Midst of Turmoil 1:01:30

3M ago1:01:30

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As doctors, we carry an enormous amount of risk; sometimes, we quite literally hold people's lives in our hands. Under these extraordinary circumstances, with increasing expectations and limited health resources, it's no wonder the pressures on our health workforce are sky-high, making hospitals an even less welcoming place for both patients and he…

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Conquer Regret and Reimagine Your Life in 4000 Mondays with Jodi Wellman • 362 1:13:07

3M ago1:13:07

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We will learn: How constantly chasing thrills might actually be stealing your joy How to scientifically tailor social and leisure activities for maximum joy without burnout. A few more secret hacks for everyday happiness What are you waiting for? What do you keep telling yourself you’ll start when you’re ready. Or when the time is right? Or when th…

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The Curse of the Deep Thinker: Turning Your 'Too Intense' into Your Superpower with Cory Allen • 361 1:38:38

3M ago1:38:38

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We will learn: How to turn negative thoughts into moments of curiosity and wonder. How to rediscover forgotten parts of yourself. The dual nature of your deepest scars. Have you ever felt like you're speaking a different language than everyone around you? Like your thoughts run deeper, your questions stretch further, and your curiosity knows no bou…

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Become a Supercommunicator: The Science of Connecting with Anyone with Charles Duhigg • 360 53:32

3M ago53:32

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We will learn: The surprising questions that go beyond small talk and lead to profound, meaningful conversations How to deepen your bond with others by shifting conversational focus from surface-level facts to emotional truths The secret you can steal from top salespeople to align with people emotionally Have you ever had one of those conversations…

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#48 - Boris Sokratov - Māori Success, Excellence and Expectations 1:08:49

3M ago1:08:49

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This is Revolving Door Syndrome, and I am Dr Nina Su. Everywhere you look, the statistics tell a story of Maori doing worse. Of Maori struggling, of Maori poverty. While these statistics are true, it fails to tell the whole story. On this episode of Revolving Door Syndrome, I sat down with Boris Sokratov AKA the Bulgarian Maori to talk about how we…

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From Coping to Creative Genius: Unlocking your ADHD and Neurodivergent Strengths with Penn and Kim Holderness • 359 1:09:30

3M ago1:09:30

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We will learn: How to stay organized and motivated using a dopamine-driven method that’s deceptively simple but incredibly effective. How to use mnemonic devices and micro-deadlines to manage ADHD symptoms and boost your productivity. A transformative approach to handling mistakes in relationships, leading to greater empathy and connection. Hey the…

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From Clutter to Clarity: Feng Shui Your Home’s Energy Flow with Marie Diamond • 358 1:09:26

3M ago1:09:26

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We will learn: How your environment signals to the universe what you desire and the importance of space-clearing How your space can improve your romance and your finances How to find your personal energy number Ever walk into a room and feel like something's just... off? You can't quite put your finger on it, but suddenly, you're having trouble rel…

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#47 - Dr Emma Woodward - Fixing Our Loneliness Epidemic 1:11:22

4M ago1:11:22

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Why in this age of hyper connectivity and social media are we lonelier than ever? Regardless of race, gender, sexuality, or class, mental health for young people is getting worse. Not only do we see it in self-reported surveys, we see it in hospital presentations for eating disorders, self harm, intentional overdose and suicide attempts. The Harvar…

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How to Speak Up for Yourself with the Soul Instead of the Ego with Amy Green Smith • 357 1:20:09

4M ago1:20:09

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We will learn: How to master the art of setting boundaries without drama Why people emotionally regress and how to handle it with empathy How specificity in conversation might save your relationships Every gift has a shadow, and every shadow a gift. This has been one of my biggest lessons throughout my spiritual growth. I've learned that the impact…

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Unconditional Love, Healing, and Life Lessons from Dogs with Brianna Madia • 356 1:15:11

4M ago1:15:11

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We will learn: How feeling "too much" impacts lives and relationships, and how you can embrace your full self without apology. How Brianna's dogs led her to make radical life choices and what she’s learned from her aging dogs about slowing down and living in the moment The heart-wrenching yet empowering conversations about navigating relationships …

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#46 - Dr Melissa Derby - The Power of Reading and High Aspirations 1:07:30

4M ago1:07:30

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Falling literacy rates are a concern in New Zealand and developed countries around the world. The future generations of New Zealanders are based on the early foundations we set in childhood. But if we don't get literacy right, how can we expect children to one day become global leaders in health, education and science? Strong literacy skills are fo…

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How a Single Conversation Could Improve Your Relationship Forever with Topaz Adizes • 355 1:02:08

4M ago1:02:08

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We will learn: The hidden power of acceptance in relationships. How asking thought-provoking questions can revolutionize your conversations and relationships. How to craft questions that avoid dead-end answers and spark powerful, transformative discussions. Have you ever noticed that certain conversations or people leave you feeling a particular wa…

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Post-Traumatic Growth and the Beauty in Brokenness with Edith Shiro • 354 1:09:27

4M ago1:09:27

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We will learn: How belonging creates healing How spiritual development changes your brain The five stages of post-traumatic growth that turn our pain into power Why do some people seem to bounce back from life's hardest blows, while others stay down? Sometimes, you might be the one who can't seem to find your footing after a struggle. And if you're…

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#45 - Iain and Kaitlin - The Hidden Threats of Food Waste 1:05:59

5M ago1:05:59

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Food waste affects our growers, sellers and our wallets. It affects our farmers who try to grow food that meets strict beauty standards. It affects our shrinking household budgets where wasted food is as good as money down the drain. It affects our environment where wasted food decomposing in landfill contributes to our greenhouse gas emissions and…

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Zen Principles in Motion with Ultrarunner Katie Arnold • 353 1:09:11

5M ago1:09:11

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We will learn: How a radical use of present-tense affirmations can reshape your reality. How to embrace boredom and repetitive activities as a superpower How to truly flow with life If you’re anything like me (and I’ve got a hunch that you might be, given that you’re listening to this podcast), you have spent quite a bit of time working on yourself…

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The Secrets to Inner Sovereignty: Reclaiming Your Freedom, Energy, and Power with Emma Seppälä • 352 1:08:46

5M ago1:08:46

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We will learn: The true consequences of external validation How to shift from time management to energy management How your relationships reflect your self-worth and how to break the cycle Do you want to know a powerful question you can ask yourself every time you react to something: Am I responding this way because it’s necessary or because of a p…

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#44 - Lesieli Oliver - How We Got Kids Hooked on Learning 1:04:48

5M ago1:04:48

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Widespread, free and quality education has lifted the masses out of poverty. Or at least that's what it used to do. Access to a quality curriculum with teachers who are supported to teach are important factors to get children interested in education. However, what we are seeing is teachers are increasingly unsupported and overworked. They are havin…

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Communicating with Open Hearts and Open Minds for Respectful Disagreements with Justin Jones-Fosu • 351 1:12:54

5M ago1:12:54

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We will learn: How to plant seeds of change within your relationships How to challenge your perspective and understand others more deeply How to use an inside-out approach when dealing with disagreements Have you ever been in the middle of an argument and felt like there was no way out? The exhausting back-and-forth where nobody seems to give an in…

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From Self-Doubt to Wise Confidence with Giovanni Dienstmann • 350 1:02:06

5M ago1:02:06

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We will learn: When we should take a different approach to self-acceptance How to develop an aspirational identity The three pillars of self-confidence and how they can transform your self-image Have you ever had that inner voice that whispers, “I can’t do this,” right before you’re about to take on something new? Or maybe it’s louder, a persistent…

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#43 - Tim Wilson - Trust in Crisis: Media’s Role in Keeping Power in Check 1:01:40

6M ago1:01:40

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Trust in government and trust in the media are the bedrocks of a working democracy. True democracy requires the freedoms of speech and expression to allow individuals and the media to hold our government to account. However an AUT research report found that trust in mainstream media has plummeted to 33% while three quarters of people actively avoid…

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Breaking the Cycle of Ancestral Trauma and Inherited Anxiety with Laura Rhodes-Levin • 349 1:07:07

6M ago1:07:07

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We will learn: The hidden impact of historical trauma and how it's shaping your current behaviors and anxieties How the scars of your past can be converted into unique gifts and strengths How love as an active process can change your mental health Can you relate to this? You grow up looking at your family, thinking, "Phew, thank goodness I'm not li…

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Connecting to Higher Consciousness through Sacred Geometry and Energy Fields with Gail & Gregory Hoag • 348 1:09:04

6M ago1:09:04

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We will learn: Unexpected ways these ancient symbols can elevate your consciousness. How your aura and chakras could be affecting your physical and spiritual well-being. How to pull energy from higher dimensions to impact your daily reality. Have you ever thought about why some days you feel perfectly in tune with the universe and other days it fee…

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#42 - Jo Robertson - Let's Talk About Sex 59:13

6M ago59:13

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Let's talk about sex. Sex education has been a particularly divisive topic, yet hasn't really had the quality debate about what good sex education should look like. I get it. People probably have very mixed experiences on how sex education was delivered to them by their schools or their parents. Some people feel squeamish about delivering sex educa…

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The Science of Self-Healing by Reprogramming Your Emotions with Brandy Gillmore • 347 1:04:22

6M ago1:04:22

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We will learn: How different personalities within the same body can exhibit contrasting health symptoms The science of emotion-controlled consciousness and how your feelings shape your health How to trigger deep, transformative mental states to enhance healing and emotional freedom We know that the mind influences our health. The placebo effect sho…

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Emotional Intuition: Rewiring Anxious Attachment Wounds with Jennifer Nurick • 346 1:04:13

6M ago1:04:13

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We will learn: How anxious attachment shows up in relationships beyond romance The fascinating research that reveals the timeline to create a secure attachment and what that means for your closest relationships Why 70% of us are clinging to invisible wounds and how we can start healing Ever notice how certain emotional patterns are like weeds in a …

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How to Raise Your Standards and Find Your Person with Matthew Hussey • 345 1:12:49

7M ago1:12:49

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We will learn: The power of adjusting our reactions by just 1% to create a whole new reality in our relationships. How our identities shape our habits and the importance of evolving our sense of self to inspire change. The crucial role of clear boundaries and standards in forging healthy, fulfilling relationships. Have you ever caught yourself thin…

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#41 - Dr Marcia & Dr Buzz - Medicine's Forgotten Middle Child 1:10:17

7M ago1:10:17

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As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. And in the context of our health system, prevention looks like a strong primary care service that’s focused on keeping you healthy and out of the emergency department. The problem is though, Primary Care, as we know it, is broken. Our current funding model has driven GP practices …

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Rituals as a Lifeline to Identity, Transitions, and Certainty with Mike Norton • 344 1:10:51

7M ago1:10:51

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We will learn: How to distinguish between what's habitual and what's transformative How adding your unique signature to age-old rituals can transform your life's most important moments Why the tiniest rituals could make the biggest difference in your love life Have you ever noticed how some moments feel extra special, while others just blend into t…

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#40 - Dr Caroline Ansley - Cults, Dogma and Indoctrination 1:01:22

7M ago1:01:22

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Cults have come and gone but for the survivors, the trauma remains. Most every day people think that they'd be immune to a cult and could never fall for something as silly as a cult. The reality is that anyone can end up falling into a cult willingly or unwillingly whether as an adult or child. It is important that we equip ourselves with the skill…

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The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away with Emily Freeman • 343 1:06:04

7M ago1:06:04

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We will learn: Powerful two-word mantra to help you approach difficult decisions The liberating question that could realign your life's path with true happiness. Powerful rituals that can guide you to personal closure, even when others leave the story unresolved. How often have you mistaken persistence for passion or comfort for contentment? The pr…

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The Wisdom of Your Body Element Type Through Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Anis Khalaf of AcupunctureFit • 342 1:12:19

7M ago1:12:19

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We will learn: How ‘doing nothing’ can radically transform your health and clarity How to find which body element type that dominates your life, and why it matters The colors of foods that best suit your element type Historically, healers tapped into intricate body connections, like reflexology and chakras, along with herbal medicine, aromatherapy,…

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#39 - Sam Stubbs - How To P*ss Off The Financial Establishment 1:23:19

8M ago1:23:19

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How have we ended up in both a housing and productivity crisis? Why can't we seem to just get on with maintaining and building more housing and infrastructure? Why does it feel like inequality is getting worse, not better? Joining me on this episode of Revolving Door is Sam Stubbs, founder and CEO of simplicity, a not-for-profit kiwisaver and inves…

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Master Emotional Intelligence and Conscious Connection to Deepen Relationships and Elevate Leadership with Talia Fox • 341 1:12:35

7M ago1:12:35

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We will learn: How to rethink happiness and relearn presence for deeper connections How to craft a legacy through a bucket list The four essential habits that are key to emotional intelligence It’s not a secret that we humans are starting to suck at connection. The days of deep listening, intimate sharing, and simply being together in the same spac…

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From Want to Desire: Wealth Consciousness and Aligning with Abundance with Ashley Stahl • 340 59:25

8M ago59:25

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We will learn: How to master your mental muscles to unlock a world of focused achievement The implications of quantum physics on wealth A 5-minute practice with the power to reduce stress and enhance focus Ever wonder why some people seem to manifest abundance with ease while others get caught up in the same old mess of financial struggles or perso…

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